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The harbour city

The city of Sydney on the east coast of Australia is as idyllic is it appears from its instantly recognisable cityscape. It boasts a rich and intriguing history, famous beaches and iconic landmarks, with a diverse and friendly population, all spread around an elaborate shoreline of Port Jackson’s yacht-filled inlets, bays and rivers. It is the capital of New South Wales and the largest city in Australia.

The Harbour City can trace its roots back to 1788, though Aboriginal occupation dates back at least 30,000 years, and today Sydney is dotted with dignified Victorian architecture that sits alongside gleaming modern designs, none more emblematic than Sydney Opera House. For the best views of it all, head to the top of Sydney Tower or scale the steel spans of the Harbour Bridge.

Pubs, markets, modern restaurants, theatres and galleries old and new add an exciting, sophisticated cultural air, while the fine weather and surrounding natural wonders of New South Wales make it a very outdoorsy place, and a great base from which to explore nearby beaches, mountains and national parks.

Highlights

Visit the Sydney Opera House

Enjoy a cruise around Sydney Harbour

Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Relax on Bondi Beach

Dine at one of the restaurants around the harbour

Australia’s largest and most iconic city. Cruise around the harbour appreciating the breathtaking, world-famous backdrop of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Relax on unmistakable Bondi Beach and watch world-class surfers whilst enjoying a cocktail at the equally unmistakable Bondi Iceberg Club.

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Ellie Khoury

Travel Designer

Luxury accommodation in Sydney

There are many incredible places to stay in Sydney. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

Why book with Jacada?

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Personalised design

We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

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Authentic experiences

Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

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Responsible travel

Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

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Whatever you want from your Sydney tour, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

Where to go

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Brisbane

Founded on the banks of its eponymous river, the old city of Brisbane is located between the famous Sunshine and Gold Coast, each a magnet for surfers and beach lovers.

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Great Barrier Reef and Northern Queensland

The northern reaches of Queensland are incredible sites for those who enjoy vast wilderness. Considered one of the great natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef is the biggest coral reef system on the planet.

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Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island is a deceptively large island off the southern coast of Australia, not far from Adelaide, playing host to a magnificent wilderness, with large populations of the country’s beloved wildlife.

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Luxury Rail Travel Australia

A great way to explore Australia is by luxury train, allowing you to cover vast distances in comfort and style while admiring the epic landscapes pass by.

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New South Wales

On the east coast of Australia, boasting the beautiful city of Sydney at its heart.

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Perth and Margaret River

Perth can be found on the far west coast of the country, the capital city of Western Australia state, and while it may appear to be isolated from other major cities, it carries a uniquely laid back and cosmopolitan charm and has been voted as one of the most liveable modern cities, not just in Australia, but in the world.

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South Australia

From the great stretching vastness of the wild Australian Outback to the charm of wine valleys and beaches of silver sand, your stay will be a memorable one.

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Tasmania

Widely known for its vast expanses of unspoiled wilderness, diverse landscapes that range from rugged mountains and highland lakes to rainforests, cascading waterfalls and a dramatic coastline.

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Top End

Australia’s Top End contains some of the few remaining expanses of genuinely untouched wilderness in the world, a remote haven that abounds with national parks and rugged beauty.

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Uluru and the Outback

There is both an extraordinary physical beauty, exquisite in its isolation, as well as a tangible spiritual energy that binds together the land and the people.

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Victoria and Melbourne

With handsome Victorian-era architecture, museums, galleries, theatres, green parks, and an innovative art and nightlife scene, this is undoubtedly Australia’s cultural heart.

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Western Australia

Western Australia has everything from vibrant cities and quaint vineyards to epic coastline and vast, open plains.

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Whitsundays

A chain of 74 islands, four of which boast renowned luxury resorts, the Whitsunday Islands are found in the middle of the incomparable Great Barrier Reef just off the coast of Queensland.

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Plan your trip to Sydney

Whatever you want from your adventure in Sydney, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

Plan with peace of mind

When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.

If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.

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